1994 Toyota Carina vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Carina | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Carina | 66 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
